Utility of a ready-to-use PCR system for neuroendocrine tumor diagnosis

Multigene-based PCR tests are time-consuming and limiting aspects of the protocol include increased risk of operator-based variation. In addition, such protocols are complex to transfer and reproduce between laboratories.Evaluate the clinical utility of a pre-spotted PCR plate (PSP) for a novel multigene (n = 51) blood-based gene expression diagnostic assay for neuroendocrine tumors (NETs).A pilot study (n = 44; 8 controls and 36 NETs) was...